Cupressus sempervirens Swanes Gold

Common Name:
Swanes Gold Italian Cypress

Description:
Cupressus sempervirens ‘Swanes Gold’ is a striking, narrow-growing conifer with dense, golden-yellow foliage that retains its vibrant colour throughout the year. This elegant evergreen tree has a strong, upright columnar form, making it ideal for creating formal avenues, statement plantings, or as a vertical accent in gardens. It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, where its golden hues are most pronounced. Swanes Gold is highly drought-tolerant once established and requires little maintenance, making it a perfect choice for low-water gardens, screening, or architectural landscapes. Its refined structure and year-round interest suit both contemporary and classic garden designs.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8–10m
• Width: 1–1.5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Drought tolerant once established
• Evergreen
• Architectural / Feature tree
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Windbreaks and Screening
• Golden foliage for year-round colour
• Low-maintenance

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender) for a Mediterranean-style garden
• Rosa (Roses) for a formal garden contrast
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary) for a hardy underplanting
• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grass) for movement and softness